CURRENT ISSUES IN REHABILITATION

PHYTHER 642

An in-depth training in various aspects of research (e.g., literature review, understanding of study methodology, data collection, data reduction and analysis, dissemination of findings). Work independently under the supervision of a faculty member from the UW Doctor of Physical Therapy program and will participate in an on-going project for the semester.

PHYTHER 640

Focuses on critical evaluation of research findings, a fundamental component of evidence-based practice. Examples from the rehabilitation literature are used to illustrate principles of measurement theory, research design, statistical analysis, and scientific inference.

PHYTHER 543

The final of six seminar courses, this course will present issues that will assist the physical therapist student transition into the profession during and following their final clinical internships.

PHYTHER 534

Examination for exercise design, implementation, and progression. Range of motion, flexibility, joint mobilization, balance/gait training, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation, balance, coordination, agility training, body mechanics, postural stabilization, resistive and endurance training, aquatic therapy, relaxation, manual traction, massage. Scientific rationale for treatment interventions.

PHYTHER 643

Focuses on critical evaluation of published research relevant to physical therapy. In seminar format, present the results of original research, and lead discussions of the strengths, weaknesses, and underlying theory of the research.